Adventure Friendship
Champadevi Hiking
Trip ID: UM4965
Trip Overview
Trip Highlight
- Hike to Champadevi Hill (2,278 m), one of the highest viewpoints around Kathmandu
- Walk through tranquil pine and rhododendron forests adorned with colorful Buddhist prayer flags
- Visit the sacred Champa Devi shrine, a revered Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site
- Panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley, Taudaha Lake, and Himalayan peaks
- Ideal for bird watching, nature photography, and cultural exploration
- Optional sunrise start for golden Himalayan vistas
- Peaceful picnic at the summit
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1 : Champadevi Day Hike (5–6 hours)
07:30 AM – Pickup from Kathmandu & Drive to Pharping/Hattiban (1 hr)
Meet your guide and enjoy a scenic drive to Hattiban, passing through rural villages and hills.08:30 AM – Begin Hike to Champadevi Hill (2–3 hours)
Ascend along stone-stepped trails through dense pine and rhododendron forests. Enjoy views of traditional villages, forest canopies, and the Kathmandu Valley.11:00 AM – Summit of Champadevi (2,278 m)
Reach the shrine of Champa Devi and take in the panoramic views. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the summit.12:30 PM – Begin Descent (2 hours)
Hike back through the forest trail to Hattiban.02:30 PM – Drive Back to Kathmandu
Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.Optional Add-ons:
- Sunrise start for golden Himalayan views (seasonal)
- Extend the hike to include Hattiban Monastery or Taudaha Lake
- Private picnic setup or packed lunch arrangement
Trip Cost Inclusion
- Private transportation Kathmandu – Hattiban – Kathmandu
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Guide’s salary, food, accommodation, transportation, and insurance
- Picnic lunch at the summit (or packed lunch if requested)
- Entrance fees to Champadevi shrine (if applicable)
Trip Cost Exclusion
- Nepal entry visa (available on arrival – 3 passport-size photos required)
- Personal expenses, snacks, and beverages not mentioned above
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Tips for guide or driver
- Any additional expenses not mentioned in the “Included” section
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